He is not predicting the past. He is using the latest models as markers and trying to fill in the gaps. Here is how Thom Hogan just did it today.

DX: D3200, D5200, D7200, D8000 (the D8000 being an integrated vertical grip pro caliber DX). The price points are okay, but there are a considerable number of missing lenses to keep DX living healthily (see next article).
FX: D400, D800, D4 (the D400 being an entry FX body that replaces the D700's current position in the lineup).

Thom didn't give us mp ratings but notice he added a D8000 and made the D400 FX. Thom's idea of a D8000 is the "mini-D4" or "D4 lite" I have been urging.

I am suspect about having the same 24mp sensor in the bottom and the top of the DX line.

sjones said:
Not a prediction of the past Mr. Obvious, Why bother replying if you have nothing to say.

I just couldn't resist putting some humour... Sorry if it bothered you.

I have been reading predictions like this for years, they probably account for more than half of all post at NR and at the end, they don't mean much and have very little impact, obviously, Nikon do not read them. Anyway, keep throwing numbers if you like, you may get lucky...

Its called a discussion, not meant to sway Nikon, only a fool would be posting here hoping Nikon reads it. Why in the hell do you read these and respond negatively if you don't want to enjoy an open forum discussion, don't

Now there you go. The best Nikon yet. Can take nudes of fully dressed people. I am getting one of those. It will sell tons, and to the TSA agents also! Could it be done? How about with a senor that reads body heat?